Next Stop: Summer

4 Art Gallery Experiences | Vancouver – Visit four unique art galleries in Vancouver! See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Slice of Life Gallery Inc., Bill Reid Gallery, Outsiders and Others, Contemporary Art Gallery

A Big Day for Visitors on a Budget | Richmond & Deep Cove – This low-cost tour covers cozy pods, epic views, and eats in Richmond, Deep Cove, and beyond. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Panda Pod Hotel*, Quarry Rock, Beere Brewing*, Daan Go Cake Lab*, Little Karp*

A Day at Vanier Park | Vancouver – Take the bus to Kitsilano and you'll be within walking distance of three iconic museums and a scenic waterfront view of the Vancouver skyline! See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Museum of Vancouver, H.R. MacMillan Space Centre, Vancouver Maritime Museum

A Foodie Stroll (Alexandra Road) | Richmond – Hop off the Canada Line at Aberdeen or Lansdowne Station and it’s a short walk to Alexandra Road—Richmond’s famed “Food Street.” See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Alexandra Road, Daan Go Cake Lab*, Little Karp Seafood & Bar*

Alberta’s Coastal Escape | Vancouver – Trade the Rockies for the Pacific and hit three beaches in one day! Start at English Bay, stroll the seawall to Sunset Beach and sunbathe at Kits Beach. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: English Bay Beach, Sunset Beach, Kitsilano Beach

Art, Lake & Cupcake | Coquitlam – Hungry for a culture crawl? Hop off the SkyTrain at Lafarge Lake–Douglas Station for a day that’s great for kids and adults alike. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Evergreen Cultural Centre*, Lafarge Lake, Cakes n Sweets*

Artifacts to Acadia Beach | Vancouver – Visit the Museum of Anthropology at UBC, then stroll along the scenic Foreshore Trail to Acadia Beach. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Museum of Anthropology, Foreshore Trail, Acadia Beach

Baubles, Books & Birds | Vancouver – Start at the Tower of Bauble near Science World, play at Creekside Park, visit the Vancouver Public Library, then end your day with dinner and nature views in Olympic Village. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Tower of Bauble by George Rhoads, Creekside Park, Vancouver Public Library – Mount Pleasant Branch, Habitat Island, Olympic Village

Beer & Cakes | Coquitlam – Sip bubble tea, sample pastries, enjoy a sweet café drink, then toast the day with craft beer in Coquitlam. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Bubble Shark Tea*, Europe Bakery & Deli*, Cassandra Cake Co., Patina Brewing

Bike the Fraser North Arm | Richmond – Ride from Marine Drive to the Fraser River’s car-free path, stop for sweet treats, and spot wildlife before looping back to SkyTrain. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Goldilocks Bakery*

Box, Brunch & Ball | Vancouver – A sporty day! Book a morning session with Rumble Boxing studio and then grab breakfast at one of the many spots along Main Street. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Rumble Boxing Studio, Mount Pleasant, BC Sports Hall of Fame

Bridge the Burn | Vancouver to North Shore – Start with a sweat, hop on an e-bike, and cruise your way across the iconic Lions Gate Bridge to brews and views. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Yard Athletics*, Puzzle E-Ride*, Lions Gate Bridge, Beere Brewing* 

Buntzen Lake-Bound | Anmore – No car? No problem. The 179 Bus gets you to this lakeside escape. Hike, swim, then feast on butter chicken. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Buntzen Lake, Lazzez’s Grill Indian Cuisine*

Burnaby Bites & Culture Sights | Burnaby – Wander Byrne Creek’s lush trails, take in Japanese Canadian art and history, then feast on pho—all in Burnaby’s backyard. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Byrne Creek Ravine, Nikkei Museum*, B&D Authentic Viet Cuisine*

Bus and Hike to Belcarra Beaches | Belcarra & Port Moody – Hike to a secluded beach, then relax lakeside—this nature-filled day is worth every step. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Moody Centre Station, Jug Island Beach, White Pine Beach

Bus to Base in Lions Bay | Lions Bay – Hike-ready? Route 262 whisks you straight to trailheads in Lions Bay—skip the parking stress and head for the peaks. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Lions Bay trail access (varies by route/difficulty)

Colour, Culture & a Bit of Time Travel | Fort Langley – Stroll Fort Langley’s art-wrapped streets, explore rail history, browse local art, and step inside the original Fort. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Kube Gallery*

Creativity, Comfort Food and Creekside Walks | North Vancouver – Take in contemporary art, enjoy a retro-style brunch, wander peaceful park trails, and wrap up with sushi in North Vancouver. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Polygon Gallery, Eighties Restaurant*, Sushi Umi*

Crush the Crunch | Coquitlam – Hike the Coquitlam Crunch, cruise the Shoreline Trail, and toast your triumph at Yellow Dog. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Coquitlam Crunch, Shoreline Trail, Yellow Dog Brewing*

Day Hike on Bowen Island | Bowen Island – Hop on the Bowen Island Ferry, then explore trails from Snug Cove by foot or bus. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Horseshoe Bay Ferry Terminal, Snug Cove, Mount Gardner Trail Head

East Van Sign-Seeing | Vancouver – From Dude Chilling Park to the East Van Cross, this day ends with a chill craft beer. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Dude Chilling Park, East Van Cross, Strange Fellows Brewing*

For Vancouver Islanders | Vancouver – Sail from Nanaimo to Vancouver car-free on Hullo Ferries and dive straight into Metro Vancouver adventures—plus enjoy a transit rider discount on your trip. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Hullo Ferries*

From Brunch to the Brook in Burnaby | Burnaby – Start with a colourful brunch, let the kids run wild in the park, then stroll Stoney Creek to spot salmon in season. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Eggbomb+*

From Cruise Ship to Queen Elizabeth Park | Vancouver – Dock, ride, and discover Vancouver’s tropical side with a tropical escape at Queen Elizabeth Park’s Bloedel Conservatory and city views worth writing home about. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Canada Place, Queen Elizabeth Park, Bloedel Conservatory*

From Cruise Ship to Van Dusen Gardens | Vancouver – Shake off your sea legs with a garden getaway at VanDusen—flowers, a hedge maze, and peaceful vibes just a quick bus ride away. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Canada Place, VanDusen Botanical Garden*

From Orcas to Ice Cream | Richmond – Go whale watching in Steveston, feast on Taiwanese comfort food, and end the day with gelato by the sea. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Vancouver Whale Watch*, CHJ Bistro*, Sweet Surrender Gelato*

Granville Island Art Hop | Vancouver – Get inspired on Granville Island. Galleries, murals, and the iconic Giants—all steps from the bus. Art lovers, this one’s for you. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Ukama Gallery*, Studio 13 Fine Art*, Karen Cooper Gallery*

Granville Island for Kids | Vancouver – Donuts, books, and imagination! Explore Canada’s coolest kids’ market and fuel up on treats—all a short bus ride from downtown. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Lee’s Donuts*, Upstart & Crow*, Granville Island Kids Market

Hops & History | Maple Ridge – Discover Maple Ridge’s roots, then swap stories over a flight at two local breweries. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Maple Ridge Museum*, Ridge Brewing*, Switchback Brewing*

Main Street Art, Craft Beer & Vintage Shopping | Vancouver – Book a Street Art & Craft Beer Tour with Toonie Tours near Waterfront, then explore Main Street’s vintage shops and eateries by bus. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Toonie Tours, Main Street

Make a Splash | Pitt Meadows – Playground, splash park, pool—this day has it all for families looking to chill in the summer heat. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Harris Road Park, Local coffee/sandwich stop

Murals, Markets & Sips | Langley City – Shop one-of-a-kind finds, indulge in a photogenic Thai-Euro brunch, admire colourful murals, and relax with a craft beer in Langley City. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: BIPOC & Local Marketplace*, Food by Fanta*, Farm Country Brewing*

Mystery Game with Friends | Vancouver – Book an outdoor escape game with Vancouver Mysteries, then hop on the Bus to Stanley Park for lunch on the patio at Stanley’s Bar & Grill. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Vancouver Mysteries, Stanley's Bar & Grill

Pedals, Putts & Pastries | Richmond – Cycle Richmond’s West Dyke Trail from riverside to oceanside, fuel up with donuts, and cap the day with a round of mini golf. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Lee’s Donuts*, West Coast Mini Putt*

Picnic, Paddle, Repeat | White Rock – Make it dinner with a view – and more – in scenic White Rock! See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Grounds & Greens Cafe*, White Rock Beach

Pixels, Pescado & Pier Park | New Westminster – River views, tacos, and a classic arcade? What more could you need! Spend a day in New Westminster and discover some of the city’s greatest hits. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Fraser River Discovery Centre*, Pier Park, el Santo*, Capital City Arcade*

Public Art from Waterside to Mountainside | Burnaby – Start at Metrotown, explore Deer Lake Park’s outdoor art, then head up Burnaby Mountain to Simon Fraser University’s campus and its striking sculptures. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Deer Lake Park, Simon Fraser University Burnaby Campus, SFU Art Gallery

Ramen, Reflection & Retro Vibes | Surrey – Savour a retro diner breakfast, explore inspiring galleries, stroll Bear Creek Park, then end with ramen and fries in Surrey. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Waffle House Diner*, Kinton Ramen*

Reading in Central Park | Burnaby – Grab a good book from the library, then settle in for a peaceful afternoon in one of Burnaby’s biggest green spaces. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Burnaby Public Library – Metrotown Branch, Central Park

Seaside Family Time in Steveston | Richmond – Gelato, boats, and beachy vibes. Stroll Steveston’s shores, tour a historic cannery, then grab a family-style bite. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Sweet Surrender Gelato*, Gulf of Georgia Cannery, CHJ Bistro*

Seattle to Vancouver: Same Same but Different | Vancouver – From one coffee-loving, rain-enduring coastal cousin to another—welcome! Explore Granville Island Market, cruise to Vanier Park for 2-for-1 admission at the Museum of Vancouver, then finish with boutiques, breweries, and bites in Mt. Pleasant. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Granville Island Market, Museum of Vancouver*, Mt. Pleasant

SkyTrain Art Tour | Vancouver – Let the SkyTrain be your guide to vibrant public art along the Expo Line! Once you’ve completed the tour, visit the Waterfront Customer Service Centre or Commercial–Broadway SkyTrain Assistance Counter to get your passport stamped! Or, snap a photo of the artwork. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Granville Station, Stadium–Chinatown Station, Main Street–Science World Station, Nanaimo Station, Joyce–Collingwood Station

To learn more about each piece of artwork, including photos, videos, artists, when they were installed, and the meaning behind each piece, visit our Public Art Map.

Splish, Splash, Spaghetti | Coquitlam – Beat the heat with a day of pools and pasta. A family-friendly outing that ends in smiles and spaghetti. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Mundy Park Leisure Pool, Jimoco Café and Pasta*

Storied Gardens in Chinatown | Vancouver – Step into Vancouver’s Chinatown for a blend of history, snacks, and serene garden beauty—all just steps from transit. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Chinatown Storytelling Centre*, Dr. Sun Yat-Sen Classical Chinese Garden*

Swing, Learn, Splash! A North Shore Family Day | North Vancouver – Ride the SeaBus to Lonsdale Quay and walk to MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver. Then, explore Lynn Canyon’s free suspension bridge and wrap up at the Shipyards Splash Park. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: MONOVA: Museum of North Vancouver*, Lonsdale Quay, Lynn Canyon Suspension Bridge, Shipyards Splash Park

Wings & Wheels for Little Riders | Richmond – Plane views and playtime await! Ride to YVR’s Flight Path Park, then pedal to Kidtropolis for a full day of family fun. See full tour on the map.

Tour stops: Flight Path Park, The World of Kidtropolis*